Study at Surrey Campus
Registered Massage Therapy Program
In 92 Weeks*
Prepare with the skills, attitudes and knowledge to write the provincial board examinations set by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia
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Type:
Diploma
Duration:
92 weeks / 2 Years
Financial Aid:
BC Student Loan, In-House Financing
Program Fee for Domestic Students
$33,227
All inclusive, no additional charges
Average Wage/Hr
$ 0 *
Graduate Employment Rate
0 %
Program Overview
The purpose of this full-time program is to prepare students with the skills, attitudes and knowledge to write the provincial board examinations set by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia. The massage therapy program at Western Community College is completed over six semesters delivering and assessing the curriculum guideline entry to practice documents:
The Inter‐Jurisdictional Practice Competencies and Performance Indicators for Massage Therapists at Entry‐to‐Practice, and the
Guidelines for Foundational Knowledge in Massage Therapy Educational program
Our program emphasizes ethical practice, critical thinking, and evidence-based care—equipping graduates to succeed in diverse healthcare and wellness environments.
Program Details
Six semesters @ a total of 92 scheduled in class weeks or 2575 classroom hours.
Grade 12 or Mature Student Status (19 years of age or more).
To demonstrate language proficiency, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
Option 1: Secondary Education Evidence that three years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12) have been successfully completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages. This includes successful completion of a BC Adult Graduation program.
Option 2: Post-Secondary Education Evidence that two years of full-time post-secondary education have been completed in English at an accredited institution in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages. Language development (ELL) courses cannot be included.
Option 3: Standardized Language Test Achievement of minimum scores on a recognized standardized language test. Test results must not be dated no more than 2 years at the time of enrollment.
| Name of English language assessment/test | Minimum score(s)/level(s)* |
|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | Minimum overall score of 5.5 |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT | Minimum overall score of 46 |
| Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) | Minimum overall score of 40 |
| Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) | Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5. |
| Duolingo English Test (DET) | Minimum overall score of 95 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic | Minimum overall score of 43 |
| Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE) | Minimum overall score of 160 or “C” |
| Cambridge Linguaskill | Minimum overall B2 level |
| LANGUAGECERT Academic | Minimum overall B2 level |
| The Michigan English Test (MET) | Minimum overall B2 level |
| iTEP Academic | Minimum overall score of 3.5 |
| EIKEN | Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1 |
Validity Period of the Test is two years.
- Completion of an Introductory Massage workshop, or the equivalent
- Completion of a Criminal record Check
- Completion of Assessment for Prior Learning (if applicable)
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C with AED or Standard First Aid-Health Care Provider (required for clinical internship)
Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.
- BC Student Loan
- In-house Financing
- Student Line of Credit
- Scholarships
- Bursaries and Government grants available while studying and after graduation too.
Our dedicated Financial Aid Officers will help you every step of the way.
Student Testimonials
The classroom structure is very clear and the teachers really care about helping their students. All the staff and receptionists are exceedingly nice to me. Thank you so much!
- Helen Alex Murray
Student
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